Holiday Safety

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Holiday Safety
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Introduction

• The holiday season can be a time of joy but it
  can also be a very hectic time which can put you
  at risk.
• When you make out your shopping list make a
  Safety List too.

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Holiday Safety List

• Fresh Tree
• Lights and Decorations
• Fire in the Fireplace
• Holiday Food
• Party Plans
• Travel
• Shopping
• Stress Relievers

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Tree
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Tree

• Make sure the tree is fresh - no falling needles
• Keep the tree fresh - keep it in a bucket of
  water until you are ready to bring it inside
• When you bring it in cut a diagonal slice off the
  bottom of the truck
• Use a sturdy holder with wide-spread legs

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Tree

• Keep the stand filled with water
• Keep the tree away from heat like fireplaces
  heaters and heat ducts
• After the season recycle or discard the tree -
  Never burn it
• If you are considering an artificial tree make
  sure it is flame retardant

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Lights

• Make sure that lights have a factory label which
  assures it has been safety tested
• Inspect each string of lights to make sure there
  is no damage
• Position bulbs so they are not in contact with
  needles or ornaments

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Lights

• If you string lights together dont string more
  than 200 midget or 50 larger bulbs through one
  string
• Dont connect more than 3 sets of lights on the
  same extension cord
• Keep cords and plugs away from the water under
  the tree

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Lights

• Keep cords out of walkways to prevent tripping
• Dont run cords under carpets or rugs
• Take care not to pinch cords when placing behind
  furniture

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Decorations

• Make sure that fragile glass ornaments - or
  ornaments that small children could mistake for
  candy- are placed high on the tree or consider
  not using them
• If small children are in the home do not use
  older ornaments that may be made with toxic
  materials such as lead based paints

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Decorations

• Make sure that tinsel is not placed on low limbs
  where it could pose a choking hazard to small
  children or consider not using it at all

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Fireplaces

• Dont use your fireplace to burn wrapping
  materials - which can create toxic fumes or even
  a flash fire
• Use kindling and wooden matches to light fires -
  not flammable liquids
• Dont wear loose clothes when tending fires
• Keep flammable decorations away from the fireplace

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Fireplaces

• Dont close the chimney flue until the fire is
  COMPLETELY out
• Make sure the fire is out before leaving the
  house or going to bed
• Dispose of ashes in a metal container and never
  in or near the house

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Fire Hazards

• Place candles in a holder that will not tip
• Never leave candles unattended
• Extinguish all candles before leaving or going to
  bed
• NEVER place lit candles on your tree

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Detectors Fire Extinguishers

• Smoke Carbon Monoxide detectors should be
  installed on each floor and outside each bedroom
• Dont place detectors in kitchens where false
  alarms are common
• Test detectors at least once a month and replace
  batteries annually
• Buy a fire extinguisher and inspect it frequently

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Smoking

• Dont do it or allow it!!! But if you must
• Use an ashtray that large deep and will not tip
  over
• Empty ashtrays often
• After a party check all surface areas for
  smoldering cigarette butts - even behind pillows
  and cushions

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Holiday Food PreparationTo Avoid Food
Poisoning

• Keep food utensils preparation surfaces and
  hands clean
• Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold
• Refrigerate leftovers as soon as possible after
  the meal

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Holiday Food PreparationPreparing the Turkey

• Defrost the turkey in the refrigerator - NEVER at
  room temperature
• Stuff the turkey just before cooking to prevent
  the stuffing from spoiling
• Use a meat thermometer to assure complete cooking

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Holiday Parties and Alcohol

• Dont drink alcohol in excess
• 1 beer 1 shot of whiskey 1 glass of wine
• Never drink alcohol on an empty stomach
• Feel free to refuse alcohol regardless of
  pressure or encouragement to drink

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Holiday Parties and Alcohol

• Dont drink alcohol if you are pregnant or are
  using medication
• NEVER DRINK ALCOHOL AND DRIVE

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Holiday Traveling

• Plan your trip with scheduled rest stops and
  activities for small children
• Leave an itinerary with a friend so someone knows
  where you are
• Dont overload your vehicle or obstruct your view
  with packages
• Avoid a heavy meal before leaving on a trip to
  prevent sleepiness.

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Holiday Travel

• Get a good nights sleep before starting on the
  road
• Follow other vehicles at a safe distance
• If traveling in winter weather carry emergency
  equipment such as first aid kit blankets
  compass flashlight flares etc.
• ALWAYS BUCKLE UP!!!!

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Safe Shopping

• Avoid carrying large packages that block your
  vision and make you a target for purse snatchers
• Ask store for an escort to your car - many
  provide this service
• Shop during daylight hours whenever possible
• Always park in well lit areas

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Safe Shopping

• Carry your wallet in your front pocket
• Carry your purse close to your body or under your
  coat
• Have your keys in your hand before you go to your
  car

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Holiday Stress Releivers

• To avoid stress
• Dont blow your budget
• Budget your time as well as your money
• Start planning your gift list early
• Dont try to do everything yourself
• Make some fun plans for January when the post
  holiday blues set in

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SummaryHoliday Safety List

• Fresh Tree
• Lights and Decorations
• Fire in the Fireplace
• Holiday Food
• Party Plans
• Travel
• Shopping
• Stress Relievers

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All add up to a SAFE HOLIDAY